Microsoft is continuing its strategy of bringing Xbox titles to the PlayStation, and with Forza Horizon 5 now comes one of the biggest surprises. The open-world racing game from Playground Games will be coming soon to the PlayStation 5which would previously have been unimaginable for many players.
Forza Horizon 5 is considered one of the most successful racing games of recent years. Since its initial release in November 2021 on Xbox consoles and PC, the game has reached more than 20 million players and won numerous awards. Now PlayStation players will also be able to immerse themselves in the vast landscapes of Mexico and embark on races, challenges and open-world adventures with a gigantic selection of vehicles.
PS5 version with all features and updates
Panic Button Studios is porting the game in collaboration with Turn 10 and Playground Games. The PlayStation 5 version will have the same content as the previous Xbox and PC versions. Players can therefore look forward to all previous updates, car packs and the Hot Wheels and Rally Adventure expansions.
The decision, Forza Horizon 5 to PlayStation is another step by Microsoft to make Xbox more profitable as a platform. Previously, titles such as Sea of Thieves and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle announced for the PlayStation, and with Forza Horizon 5 Microsoft is going one step further. The racing game is not only one of Xbox's most successful first-party games, but also generates considerable revenue through its live service character, ongoing updates and in-app purchases.
Horizon Realms update presented
In addition to the PlayStation 5 version, a new update called "Horizon Realms" will also be released. This free content update offers a curated collection of popular community worlds and some new surprises. According to Microsoft, more details will be announced soon.
The arrival of Forza Horizon 5 on the PlayStation 5 shows that Microsoft is continuing to expand its strategy to broaden the Xbox business. What was unthinkable just a few years ago is now becoming a reality: former Xbox exclusives are finding their way onto the PlayStation, which means exciting times for both Sony and Microsoft fans.